The Material Coordinator will be responsible for selecting and purchasing products to support our railcar and locomotive repair and overhaul material requirements. If you enjoy problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this prospect is for you!Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3 rd largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!Work Life Balance with Fixed SchedulesCando's Technical and Leadership Training ProgramsAward Winning Safety CultureEmployee Ownership ProgramGroup Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability InsurancesCanada's Best Managed Company for 9 years!The Material Coordinator will be responsible for selecting and purchasing products to support our railcar and locomotive repair and overhaul material requirements. Responsibilities will include processing purchase orders, tracking orders, negotiating with suppliers, creating, and maintaining inventory, auditing, material planning and kitting. The Material Coordinator should be analytical and have good planning skills.Assists with the ordering, organizing, shelving, packing, labeling, delivering and maintaining a perpetual inventory of supplies, materials and equipment.Assists in purchase of inventory items for the operations including researching parts, pricing, and vendors as directedBuilds relationships with customer and vendorsPerforms all data entry into the inventory records using applicable computer-based systems so that inventory lists reflect how much stock is in the warehouse at any give timeAssists with the full cycle process related to customs documentation and material returns; supports invoicing for internal and external salesAdvance plans and organizes the material inventory requirements for cars or locomotives scheduled to the shop.Prepares a kit of materials for the railcar or locomotive based on next in scheduling and ensures the completeness of the material requirements and delivers to shop.Assist where required with loading and unloading all stock; works cooperatively with delivery truck drivers, maintains laydown locations, and cleans warehouse storage areas; receives and organizes materials in appropriate areas and identifies and labels materialsAssists with the managing of all freight providers including couriers and mailing of materials and partsEnsures the parts building and laydown space is keep neat, clean, and well-organized ensuring inventory is sorted and stocked; identifies the need forthe repair of all warehouse equipment and maintenance of the buildingEnsures all safety practices and policies are adhered toSkills, Knowledge & AbilitiesDemonstrates initiative to independently plan, organize, and prioritize workload taking into consideration conflicting deadlines and/or multiple requests for partsDemonstrates effective oral and written communication with employees, customers, and suppliersKnowledge of general purchasing practices, inventory management concepts, and accounting procedures including invoicingSkilled in the use of computer equipment, operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet and database softwareHold and maintain valid class 5 drivers' license and obtain a forklift operator certificationMust be physically able to lift heavy items above and below shoulder height, and perform continuous standing, walking, reaching, and bendingAbility to work outside in all weather conditionsEducation & ExperienceA minimum of 2 years experience a buyer purchaser or warehouse associate is an asset.Experience with inventory software and control systemsExperience working in an industrial shop environment an assetNote: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.

📌 Materials Coordinator (Winnipeg)
🏢 Cando Rail & Terminals
📍 Winnipeg